Persian Numbers (Farsi Numbers):
Learn to Count Numbers in Persian
Persian numbers ( also known as Farsi numbers ) are one of the first things learners master. From 1 to 10 and beyond, they form the foundation for everyday conversations: prices, dates, and more. This guide gives you the full Persian number list so you can start counting in Farsi today!
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Counting Persian Numbers(Farsi Numbers): 1-10
Learning how to count in Persian (Farsi) is the best starting point for beginners. These numbers are used in daily conversations, from telling your age to buying something at the market. This guide is your list of numbers 1-10, making it easy to start practicing counting numbers in Farsi.
One: یک (Yek)
Two: دو (Do)
Three: سه (Seh)
Four: چهار (Chahar)
Five: پنج (Panj)
Six: شش (Shesh)
Seven: هفت (Haft)
Eight: هشت (Hasht)
Nine: نه (Noh)
Ten: ده (Dah)
Persian(Farsi) Numbers 1-10 vs Arabic Numbers 1-10
Persian and Eastern Arabic numerals both come from the Hindu-Arabic system, but Persian numbers have distinct shapes for some digits (like ۴ and ۶) and their own unique names. Persian (Farsi) numbers 1–10 differ slightly from Arabic numbers, especially in the way four, five, and six are written, so if you’ve ever wondered about Persian vs Arabic numbers or how counting in Farsi compares, this chart makes the differences clear and easy to learn.
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What are Persian numerals?
Persian numerals are the symbols Iranians use to write numbers in everyday life. They look slightly different from the English digits 0–9 but work the same way. For example, Persian “۱” equals “1” in English, and “۲” equals “2.” These Persian numerals are used in books, signs, money, and all formal writing in Iran.
What is the difference between Persian and Arabic Numbers?
Persian and Eastern Arabic numerals are both derived from the Hindu-Arabic system, but the Persian set used in Iran has different symbols for digits four, five, and six (۴, ۵, ۶) compared to Eastern Arabic (٤, ٥, ٦). Even though Persian script is right-to-left, numerals themselves are written left-to-right. Understanding these small differences in Persian vs. Arabic numbers is key for learners and helps avoid confusion when reading texts across regions.
What is the Persian number system?
The Persian number system is based on the same decimal structure (units of ten) used worldwide. The difference is the symbols. Persian numbers 1–9 look unique in writing but represent the same values. For example, ۱۰ in Persian equals “10” in English. This system is used across Iran and in many Persian-language texts.
What are the Persian digits?
Persian digits are the individual number symbols from zero to nine in the Persian system. They include: ۰ (zero), ۱ (one), ۲ (two), ۳ (three), ۴ (four), ۵ (five), ۶ (six), ۷ (seven), ۸ (eight), and ۹ (nine).
